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Izakaya Fujiyama, Surry Hills

Izakaya Fujiyama, Surry Hills
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52 Waterloo Street is quickly becoming one of the hottest eating and drinking destinations in Sydney. In the same complex as Orto Trading Co and El Capo, Kenji Maeneka (ex-Bodega) has created Izakaya Fujiyama, a fabulous spot for any night... Continue reading Izakaya Fujiyama, Surry Hills »

Trinity Bar - Monday $10 sirloin steaks

Trinity Bar - Monday $10 sirloin steaks
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Monday isn't usually a day anyone looks forward to, so I thought I'd tease you with Monday night's dinner. This is what I had on Monday night this week, and it's what you could be eating in just three days:... Continue reading Trinity Bar - Monday $10 sirloin steaks »

The Dip

The Dip
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This time, two weeks ago, I was doing the dip. I had a sudden craving for greasy (good greasy not bad greasy) food, so I joined Sydney's American craze and headed to The Dip. Special thanks to my lovely light... Continue reading The Dip »

Naked For Satan pintxos bar, Melbourne

Naked For Satan pintxos bar, Melbourne
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My latest fave eat in Melbourne is Naked For Satan. I remember seeing this place at its final stages of preparation for launch mid last year so I was eager to check it out on my recent trip back to... Continue reading Naked For Satan pintxos bar, Melbourne »

LL Wine & Dine, re-visited

LL Wine & Dine, re-visited
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Some restaurants, you leave, with the greatest intentions of revisiting soon. That was how I felt after dining at LL Wine & Dine in August last year. But somehow, eight months passed before I finally had the chance to savour... Continue reading LL Wine & Dine, re-visited »

Uchi Lounge tasting menu

Uchi Lounge tasting menu
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I have long been a fan of Uchi Lounge's modern Japanese cuisine and knew a re-visit was a must after learning that chef and owner Takashi Ohuchi had strengthened his team; appointing his brother Wataru Ohuchi (who has trained at... Continue reading Uchi Lounge tasting menu »

Toko Restaurant & Bar

Toko Restaurant & Bar
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Since being introduced to Tokonoma by Mark Communications, I have strangely been finding myself at Toko (Tokonoma's sister restaurant) for birthdays, date nights, and other outings. The trendy decor, delectable drinks and top-notch menu makes it the perfect place for... Continue reading Toko Restaurant & Bar »

LL Wine & Dine

LL Wine & Dine
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Who would have thought that a TV show like Underbelly would enhance a dining experience? I was recently catching up with some friends at one of the relatively new hot spots in Kings Cross, Llankelly Place - LL Wine &... Continue reading LL Wine & Dine »

Vivaz Buffet Restaurant & Nightclub

Vivaz Buffet Restaurant & Nightclub
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No buffet has ever gotten me as excited as this one. This restaurant has broken the 'quality over quantity' golden rule by giving us both. You heard right... Quality AND Quantity. Lovers of pork crackling can now rejoice at the... Continue reading Vivaz Buffet Restaurant & Nightclub »

Monkey Magic

Monkey Magic
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There is lots to like about Monkey Magic - it's nostalgic theme, their chillax vibe, the sophisticated decor and the well-crafted menu. There isn't one thing on the menu I don't want to try. It is clearly date night, with... Continue reading Monkey Magic »

Izakaya Den, Melbourne

Izakaya Den, Melbourne
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Izakaya Den is probably the best definition I could give, for what I look for in a restaurant. It is a hidden gem in the basement of a busy city corner and unless you knew what you were looking for,... Continue reading Izakaya Den, Melbourne »

Coda Bar & Restaurant, Melbourne

Coda Bar & Restaurant, Melbourne
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There's something really likeable about eating lots of small dishes. From Chinese yum cha to Spanish tapas, the experience of sharing small plates of delectable morsels with friends and family is always an enjoyable one. Coda sits at the basement... Continue reading Coda Bar & Restaurant, Melbourne »

Top 10 list of the best I've eaten in 2009

Top 10 list of the best I've eaten in 2009
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In celebration of the new year, I thought it would be suitable to look back at all of my best eats in 2009. Here, I've included some of my most frequently visited restaurants as well as a few memorable favourites.... Continue reading Top 10 list of the best I've eaten in 2009 »

Low 302

Low 302
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My favourite type of nightspots are the ones that have delectable cocktails and mouthwatering menus. It has to have both and not just one without the other. Tapas and cocktails I love Low 302 'cause not only does it satisfy... Continue reading Low 302 »

Uchi Lounge

Uchi Lounge
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I think Uchi Lounge is the perfect place for a first date. Now, I've been with Zen for almost 7 years and can't quite remember what first dates are like, but how can an equation which includes awesome sake cocktails,... Continue reading Uchi Lounge »

Sho Noodle Bar, Melbourne

Sho Noodle Bar, Melbourne
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While many are drawn to the Crown Complex at Melbourne for its gaming floor, I kept coming back for the food. It was New Years Eve 2008 and amidst the loud crowd building up outside, Sho Noodle Bar was busy... Continue reading Sho Noodle Bar, Melbourne »

Velvet Bar, Crown Casino

Velvet Bar, Crown Casino
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Have you ever had to hold a martini glass with both hands? At Crown Casino's Velvet Bar, you'll find almost everyone juggling and sipping from these giant super oversized cocktails. For $35 each, the novelty factor doesn't quite wear off... Continue reading Velvet Bar, Crown Casino »

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Issue#27 July 2012
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JENIUS is Jennifer Lam's gourmet logbook covering restaurant reviews, thoughts on trialled kitchen appliances & gadgets, tested and tasted recipes & cookbooks, travel stories and her quest to discover and preserve her family heritage and its cuisine.

Jennifer is a twenty-something Sydneysider living the dream - having switched her successful career in advertising for the life of a Gen-Y entrepreneur. Her current business interests include I Ate My Way Through food tours and The Bamboo Garden boutique digital agency.

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I Ate My Way Through Granville featured in Parramatta Advertiser's article on A Stroll to Lebanon

Jennifer Lam, Editor of JENIUS, a nominee in Cosmopolitan's Fun Fearless Female Women Of The Year Awards 2010 - Blogger Category

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  • Izakaya Fujiyama, Surry Hills

    Izakaya Fujiyama, Surry Hills

    52 Waterloo Street is quickly becoming one of the hottest eating and drinking destinations in Sydney. In the same complex as Orto Trading Co and El Capo, Kenji Maeneka (ex-Bodega) has created Izakaya Fujiyama, a fabulous spot for any night... Read the full story »

  • Trinity Bar - Monday $10 sirloin steaks

    Trinity Bar - Monday $10 sirloin steaks

    Monday isn't usually a day anyone looks forward to, so I thought I'd tease you with Monday night's dinner. This is what I had on Monday night this week, and it's what you could be eating in just three days:... Read the full story »

  • The Dip

    The Dip

    This time, two weeks ago, I was doing the dip. I had a sudden craving for greasy (good greasy not bad greasy) food, so I joined Sydney's American craze and headed to The Dip. Special thanks to my lovely light... Read the full story »

  • Naked For Satan pintxos bar, Melbourne

    Naked For Satan pintxos bar, Melbourne

    My latest fave eat in Melbourne is Naked For Satan. I remember seeing this place at its final stages of preparation for launch mid last year so I was eager to check it out on my recent trip back to... Read the full story »

  • LL Wine & Dine, re-visited

    LL Wine & Dine, re-visited

    Some restaurants, you leave, with the greatest intentions of revisiting soon. That was how I felt after dining at LL Wine & Dine in August last year. But somehow, eight months passed before I finally had the chance to savour... Read the full story »

  • Uchi Lounge tasting menu

    Uchi Lounge tasting menu

    I have long been a fan of Uchi Lounge's modern Japanese cuisine and knew a re-visit was a must after learning that chef and owner Takashi Ohuchi had strengthened his team; appointing his brother Wataru Ohuchi (who has trained at... Read the full story »

  • Toko Restaurant & Bar

    Toko Restaurant & Bar

    Since being introduced to Tokonoma by Mark Communications, I have strangely been finding myself at Toko (Tokonoma's sister restaurant) for birthdays, date nights, and other outings. The trendy decor, delectable drinks and top-notch menu makes it the perfect place for... Read the full story »

  • LL Wine & Dine

    LL Wine & Dine

    Who would have thought that a TV show like Underbelly would enhance a dining experience? I was recently catching up with some friends at one of the relatively new hot spots in Kings Cross, Llankelly Place - LL Wine &... Read the full story »

  • Vivaz Buffet Restaurant & Nightclub

    Vivaz Buffet Restaurant & Nightclub

    No buffet has ever gotten me as excited as this one. This restaurant has broken the 'quality over quantity' golden rule by giving us both. You heard right... Quality AND Quantity. Lovers of pork crackling can now rejoice at the... Read the full story »

  • Monkey Magic

    Monkey Magic

    There is lots to like about Monkey Magic - it's nostalgic theme, their chillax vibe, the sophisticated decor and the well-crafted menu. There isn't one thing on the menu I don't want to try. It is clearly date night, with... Read the full story »

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